Massey Ferguson 1230

The Massey Ferguson 1230 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 87.2 ci 1.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 25 hp / 18.6 kW; Diesel (gross): 27 hp / 20.1 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 1719 to 1962 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (net): 25 hp / 18.6 kW; Diesel (gross): 27 hp / 20.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
6 gal 22.7 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
1719 to 1962 pounds

Overview

Massey Ferguson 1230 tractor photo
1993 - 2002 1200 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built 1200 Compact Series Compact Utility tractor Iseki built
Production
Distributor
Massey Ferguson
Manufacturer
Iseki
Compact Utility tractor
Built in Japan
Original price was $14,000 in 1999
The Massey Ferguson 1230 is similar to the Iseki model TF325.
Variants
TF223
similar Iseki model
Massey Ferguson 1230 Engine
Iseki 1.4L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Massey Ferguson 1230 Power
Engine (gross)
27 hp 20.1 kW
Engine (net)
25 hp 18.6 kW
Gear PTO (claimed)
21.5 hp 16.0 kW
Hydro PTO (claimed)
20 hp 14.9 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives
spur gear
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Steering
manual
power assist *Power steering standard with 2WD, optional with 4WD.
Mechanical wet disc brakes
Two-post folding ROPS.
Capacity
Fuel
6 gal 22.7 L
Hydraulic system
3.2 gal 12.1 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Capacity
3.2 gal 12.1 L
Pressure
2130 psi 146.9 bar
Valves
1 or 2
Pump flow
6 gpm 22.7 lpm
Total flow
8.5 gpm 32.2 lpm
Steering flow
2.5 gpm 9.5 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Control
position control
Rear lift (at ends)
1984 lbs 899 kg
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
1323 lbs 600 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
live
Clutch
two-stage dry disc
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@2327
Mid PTO
live
Mid PTO Type
2000
Engine RPM
2000@2500
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
64.6 inches 164 cm
Weight
1719 to 1962 pounds
Front tire
5.00-15
2WD Rear tire
12.4-16
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
40
Battery CCA
582
Battery volts
12
References
1230 references literature
MF Loaders for Compact & Agricultural Tractors published in 2003, by Massey Ferguson
MF 1200 Series Tractors published in 1993, by Massey Ferguson
MF 1200 Series published in 1997, by Massey Ferguson
MF 1210/1220/1230 Training Manual (1449259M23768270M1) published in 1992
MF 1230-2/4 compact tractor published by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 87.2 ci / 1.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Iseki E3CE
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement
87.2 ci 1.4 L
Bore/Stroke
3.346x3.307 inches 85 x 84 mm
Power (net)
25 hp 18.6 kW
Power (gross)
27 hp 20.1 kW
Fuel system
indirect injection
Air cleaner
dry
Pre-heating
glow plugs
Compression
21.5:1
Rated RPM
2500
Idle RPM
950-2750
Torque
58.6 lb-ft 79.5 Nm
Torque RPM
1800
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
4.2 qts 4.0 L
Coolant capacity
7.5 qts 7.1 L

Transmission

Transmission options
9-speed gear
hydrostatic
12-speed creeper

Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch
215mm dry disc
Oil capacity
12.7 qts 12.0 L
Three gears, plus reverse, in three ranges. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gear or range.
With 12.4-16 rear tires.
1230  gear speeds

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (3-range) hydrostatic

Type
hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
With 12.4-16 rear tires.
1230  hydrostatic speeds

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse creeper

Type
creeper
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch
215mm dry disc
Oil capacity
12.7 qts 12.0 L
Optional additional creeper range for the standard 9-speed transmission.
With 12.4-16 rear tires.
1230  creeper speeds

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 1230 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4-16
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 6.00-14. Rear: 12.4-16
Lawn/turf front
24x8.50-12
Lawn/turf rear
315x80D-16
Dimensions
Wheelbase
64.6 inches 164 cm
Length
116.5 inches 295 cm
Width
55.5 inches*Minimum width. 140 cm
Height (ROPS)
79.1 inches 200 cm
Height (Folded ROPS)
62.6 inches 159 cm
Ground clearance
12 inches 30 cm
2WD Front tread
35.9 to 39.9 inches 91 to 101 cm
4WD Front tread
37.8 inches 96 cm
Rear tread
43.1 inches 109 cm
Massey Ferguson 1230 Weight
2WD Gear Shipping
1719 lbs 779 kg
2WD Hydro Shipping
1786 lbs 810 kg
4WD Gear Shipping
1896 lbs 860 kg
4WD Hydro Shipping
1962 lbs 889 kg
2WD Max capacity
3750 lbs 1701 kg
4WD Max capacity
4136 lbs 1876 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
60" mid-mount mower deck
72" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
Front-end loader

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1230, right side.

Massey Ferguson 1230, right side.

Massey Ferguson 1230, left side.

Massey Ferguson 1230, left side.

Massey Ferguson 1230 with dismounted model 1244 loader.

Massey Ferguson 1230 with dismounted model 1244 loader.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 1230.

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours

Massey Ferguson 1230 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 1230.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS

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